From Rejected Fake Heiress to Desired True Love
Chapter 190: The Human Skin Mask Was Blown Off

Chapter 190: Chapter 190: The Human Skin Mask Was Blown Off

"I’ve heard that Ms. Lan is skilled in medicine," Li Yehan opened with a question.

Li Yehan decided to first get clear on Lan Shuijing’s identity before asking Qiaoqiao if she had ever heard of this person.

His Qiaoqiao was always so capable.

Thinking of Nan Qiao, Li Yehan’s mood improved greatly.

Nan Qiao spoke up, "A little bit."

Lan Yi & Lan Qingran: More like a great deal.

Li Yehan continued, "I didn’t expect Ms. Lan to manage the Demon Flower seedlings so well. I wonder if Ms. Lan could take a trip to Demon Island. We are looking to expand our planting and are unsure if the expanded land will be suitable."

Li Yehan had returned this time for this very matter.

He planned to observe the situation first, and if he couldn’t find someone to help, he would then call Nan Qiao over.

If he found someone, he wouldn’t bother Qiaoqiao with the travel to Demon Island.

When Li Yehan came to Shui Jing Island to see Lan Yi, his intentions were not solely on wine.

Lan Yi suddenly understood why he had come over and first went to see the seedlings after his arrival.

Lord Yan was indeed cunning!

Nan Qiao couldn’t refuse either, as both parties had just agreed to cooperate.

On Lan Yi’s side, they still relied on the other party.

"It’s possible," Nan Qiao agreed to speak.

Lan Qingran, concerned, followed up, "Jingjing, I’ll go with you."

Li Yehan disagreed, "There’s no need for Mr. Lan to come along. Your presence would bring me quite a few troublesome matters to deal with."

With Lan Qingran there, those uncles and elder relatives would surely overthink things and make trouble.

Lan Yi also understood Li Yehan’s predicament: "Qingran, maybe you shouldn’t go."

"Uncle, it’s too dangerous for Jingjing to go alone!" He wanted to protect Jingjing.

Li Yehan reassured, "Mr. Lan, I came personally to invite Ms. Lan and I will surely protect her thoroughly and return her safely. Don’t you trust me, or at least Uncle Lan?"

As he said this, Li Yehan’s gaze turned toward Lan Yi.

Lan Yi, who was drinking water, was suddenly beheld by two scrutinizing gazes, resulting in a fit of severe coughing.

Lan Yi waved his hand, "Qingran, calm down. Yan isn’t like that; he and our island want to coexist peacefully. I trust his character."

Was Jingjing a weak and defenseless woman anyway?

Once Lan Yi had spoken, Lan Qingran grudgingly agreed.

There was no other way.

Additionally, Nan Qiao looked at him with reassuring eyes, putting him at ease.

Jingjing had spoken, and he could only nod.

...

Nan Qiao boarded Li Yehan’s ship.

The two maintained distance; Nan Qiao sat inside the boat while Li Yehan went outside.

In front of Nan Qiao was a pot of floral tea and a variety of snacks.

Nan Qiao clicked her tongue. This man was indeed cunning!

He was so thoroughly prepared, as if he had known that she would follow him.

Nan Qiao looked at the person outside, his tall figure standing upright, staring at the sea.

His black coat billowed in the sea breeze, flamboyant and unrestrained.

Nan Qiao lowered her head as a message from Li Yehan popped up on her phone.

Li Yehan: Qiaoqiao, I miss you.

Nan Qiao smiled knowingly, her large, deer-like eyes twinkling attractively.

Li Yehan turned around and saw Nan Qiao looking down at something and laughing so... adorably.

He quickly turned back and continued to message Nan Qiao.

Li Yehan: Qiaoqiao, do you miss me?

Nan Qiao: Not busy anymore?

Li Yehan: I’ll be busy in a while, but I can rest now. Qiaoqiao, remember to miss me, every single day.

Nan Qiao: (#^.^#)

Li Yehan smiled helplessly. To hear the words "I miss you" from Nan Qiao was harder than reaching the heavens.

Once he returned, he would make sure to get those words out of her.

...

The boat docked, and Li Yehan leaped ashore.

Nan Qiao came out from the inside while Li Yehan, as a matter of courtesy, extended a hand covered by his coat.

Nan Qiao: "..."

Nan Qiao jumped down nimbly, landing solidly beside Li Yehan, striking a jaunty pose.

Li Yehan drew back his hand and said nothing, stepping forward as Nan Qiao followed at an easy pace.

Together, they arrived at the cleared land. Nan Qiao wasted no words, opening the box and pulling out tools to start sampling and testing.

Old Liu murmured to Li Yehan, "Island Master, we’ve never heard about Lan Yi’s daughter being skilled in these matters before."

Old Wu remarked, "Regarding Lan Yi’s daughter, some say she’s as beautiful as a flower, others say she is plain. There are two conflicting views of her appearance; I highly suspect Lan Yi has more than one daughter."

Old Liu marveled, "That’s quite a bold thought."

Li Yehan, sharp as ever, spoke in a deep voice, "She might be wearing a Human Skin Mask."

As soon as Li Yehan mentioned this possibility, Old Wu and Old Liu were stunned.

"That’s very likely!"

Old Wu exclaimed, "Given Lan Yi’s past, it makes sense his daughter would hide her true face amidst numerous enemies. Boss, you’ve hit the mark once again with your guess."

Old Liu cast a side glance at Old Wu, who raised his eyebrows and smiled contentedly.

This was not just flattery; Mr. Li’s conjecture seemed spot on.

Li Yehan wanted to verify his guess without being too direct.

He walked over and squatted down beside Nan Qiao.

"Need any help?"

"No need," Nan Qiao’s rejection was crisp.

Nan Qiao continued with her focused work, oblivious to the outside world.

After two hours, she saw the results and breathed a sigh of relief.

"It’s suitable; this land is fit for cultivation. However, it will need some special nutrient liquid. I’ll prepare it tonight and can deliver it to you first thing tomorrow. Once the nutrient liquid is spread, wait a day before planting."

Nan Qiao was extremely pleased; could she also grow valuable herbs in Jing City?

With that thought, a smile crept irresistibly onto her lips, a happy development.

Li Yehan didn’t understand why the Lan Shuijing in his eyes was smiling. Was it a sense of accomplishment?

Her expression suggested less of that, and more of a surprise at the prospect of making money.

Li Yehan, puzzled, couldn’t comprehend why she would wear such an expression.

Upon lifting her head, Nan Qiao met Li Yehan’s scrutinizing gaze, was startled, and abruptly stopped smiling.

Li Yehan: "..."

Her face changed in a second, too swiftly.

"Lord Yan, now that the matters here are settled, I’ll be heading back. Tomorrow morning, someone will deliver the nutrient liquid, and I will note the usage instructions and precautions on it."

Nan Qiao sealed the box and was about to carry it when Li Yehan picked it up.

"I’ll take you back; I’ve promised Master Lan that I would safely return you."

Li Yehan was very determined and once he made up his mind, no one could change it, especially with his uncompromising tone, leaving no room for debate.

Nan Qiao accepted silently as Li Yehan led the way, and she followed.

The wind on the return journey was strong.

When Nan Qiao boarded the ship, Li Yehan was there to steady her, faithfully keeping his promise to guard her safety like a sentinel on the wall.

A gust of wind blew, and the Human Skin Mask on Nan Qiao’s face was lifted...